Cost Accounting Manager in Elizabeth, New Jersey at Gellert Global Group

The Gellert Global Group (GGG) is the largest privately held food importer in the United States. Comprised of several companies (GGG, Finica, Tipico and Heartisan), GGG sources the highest quality cheese, meats, frozen fruit, shelf stable fruit, vegetables, seafood, and specialty products. These items are sourced from over 60 countries and sold to leading retailers, food service distributors, restaurant chains, and food manufacturers. GGG is a third-generation family-run business with 600 employees and combined revenues exceeding $1.7 billion.

Summary/Objective:
Gellert Global Group is seeking a highly motivated Cost Accounting Manager who will report to the Vice President of Finance and will own the financial integrity of our inventory and cost of goods sold across the business. This role oversees key processes like inventory purchase accruals, inventory movements and costing methodologies while identifying opportunities to improve and standardize inventory and COGS accounting from the group. A strong work ethic, attention to detail, and demonstrated knowledge of technical and operational inventory accounting are required.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead the monthly close process for inventory and COGS, including journal entries, reconciliations, and internal reporting;
• Ensure accurate inventory costing and valuation, including landed cost, freight, duties, variances and other COGS components;
• Monitor and analyze inventory movements, including in transit, write offs, and ensure appropriate accounting treatment;
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to implement inventory reporting tools and resolve issues;
• Execute purchase order closures and errors for corrective action;
• Strengthen internal controls and improve accounting processes;
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve cost maintenance workflows, controls, automation & reporting
• Reconcile inventory accounts to the general ledger.
• Analyze gross margin for accuracy and completeness.
• Support the financial audit, including preparation of schedules that support the financial statements;
• Support physical inventory or cycle count processes and ensure results are reflected properly and timely in the financial statements;
• Perform analytics to collaborate with operational team on cost components;
• Review and/or prepare monthly journal entries; and
• Contribute to the completion of special assignments as required.
• Serve as primary escalation point for cost related issues impacting inventory costing
• Lead, coach and develop cost accountant and other team members responsible for cost maintenance activities.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting;
• 5+ years of cost accounting experience, with at least 2 years within a managerial costing role;
• Strong understanding of USGAAP;
• Background in inventory and cost accounting;
• ERP system experience;
• Advanced Excel skills;
• Excellent communication and organizational skills;
• Skilled in research and data analysis;
• Attention to detail and sense of urgency;
• Self-driven to meet deadlines and achieve goals;
• Capability to work independently;
• Flexibility to multi-task and adjust to priorities;
• Ability to problem solve and work under pressure to meet deadlines;
• Infor M3 ERP is a plus

Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000, plus bonus. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

Our company will be relocating to a new corporate headquarters in Madison, NJ in Q1 of 2027. Candidates should be comfortable with this upcoming change in location.

Our Benefits:

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following subject to your location and role.

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; company-paid life, accident, short and long-term disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
• Financial Rewards: Competitive pay, annual bonus opportunity, 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting upon enrollment, and a robust employee referral program.
• Professional Growth: Access to virtual learning and classroom-based development programs, and education assistance to help you advance your career.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements to help you thrive both personally and professionally.
• Culture & Connection: Employee recognition and engagement events, wellness initiatives, philanthropic opportunities, and DE&I programs.

The Gellert Global Group of companies is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state, or local law. Gellert Global Group is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact hr@gellertglobalgroup.com.